TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE
CONTENTS
2WD
PRECAUTION ............................................... 2
PRECAUTIONS ................................................... 2
Precautions for Removing Battery Terminal ............. 2
PREPARATION ............................................ 4
PREPARATION ................................................... 4
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 4
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................... 5
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ............................. 5
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ...................................... 5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .......................... 6
REAR WHEEL HUB AND HOUSING ................. 6
Inspection .................................................................. 6
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ................ 7
REAR WHEEL HUB ............................................ 7
Exploded View .......................................................... 7
Removal and Installation ........................................... 7
Inspection .................................................................. 9
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............................................................ 10
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ..................................................................10
Wheel Bearing ......................................................... 10
4WD
PRECAUTION .............................................. 11
PRECAUTIONS ..................................................11
Precautions for Removing Battery Terminal ........... 11
Precautions for Drive Shaft ..................................... 12
RAX-1
SECTION RAX REAR AXLE
B
RAX
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PREPARATION ........................................... 13 F
PREPARATION ................................................. 13
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Special Service Tool ................................................13 G
Commercial Service Tool ........................................14
Lubricant or/and Sealant .........................................14
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS .............................. 15 H
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ........................... 15 I
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ....................................15
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ........................ 16
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REAR WHEEL HUB AND HOUSING ............... 16
Inspection ................................................................16
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REAR DRIVE SHAFT ........................................ 17
Inspection ................................................................17
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ............... 18 L
REAR WHEEL HUB AND HOUSING ............... 18
Exploded View .........................................................18
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Removal and Installation .........................................18
Inspection ................................................................21
REAR DRIVE SHAFT ........................................ 22 N
Exploded View .........................................................22
Removal and Installation .........................................22
Disassembly and Assembly .....................................24
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Inspection ................................................................30
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............................................................ 31 P
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ................................................................. 31
Wheel Bearing .........................................................31
Drive Shaft ...............................................................31
 PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precautions for Removing Battery Terminal INFOID:0000000010921176

• With the adoption of Auto ACC function, ACC power is automatically supplied by operating the intelligent key
or remote keyless entry or by opening/closing the driver side door. In addition, ACC power is supplied even
after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position, i.e. ACC power is supplied for a certain fixed time.
• When disconnecting the 12V battery terminal, turn off the ACC
power before disconnecting the 12V battery terminal, observing
“How to disconnect 12V battery terminal” described below.
NOTE:
Some ECUs operate for a certain fixed time even after ignition
switch is turned OFF and ignition power supply is stopped. If the
battery terminal is disconnected before ECU stops, accidental DTC
detection or ECU data damage may occur.
• For vehicles with the 2-batteries, be sure to connect the main bat-
tery and the sub battery before turning ON the ignition switch.
NOTE:
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If the ignition switch is turned ON with any one of the terminals of

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main battery and sub battery disconnected, then DTC may be detected.
• After installing the 12V battery, always check "Self Diagnosis Result" of all ECUs and erase DTC.
NOTE:
The removal of 12V battery may cause a DTC detection error.
HOW TO DISCONNECT 12V BATTERY TERMINAL
Disconnect 12V battery terminal according to Instruction 1 or Instruction 2 described below.
For vehicles parked by ignition switch OFF, refer to Instruction 2.
INSTRUCTION 1
1. Open the hood.
2. Turn key switch to the OFF position with the driver side door opened.
3. Get out of the vehicle and close the driver side door.
4. Wait at least 3 minutes. For vehicle with the engine listed below, remove the battery terminal after a lapse
of the specified time.

D4D engine : 20 minutes

HRA2DDT : 12 minutes
K9K engine : 4 minutes
M9R engine : 4 minutes
R9M engine : 4 minutes
V9X engine : 4 minutes
CAUTION:
While waiting, never operate the vehicle such as locking, opening, and closing doors. Violation of
this caution results in the activation of ACC power supply according to the Auto ACC function.
5. Remove 12V battery terminal.
CAUTION:
After installing 12V battery, always check self-diagnosis results of all ECUs and erase DTC.
INSTRUCTION 2 (FOR VEHICLES PARKED BY IGNITION SWITCH OFF)
1. Unlock the door with intelligent key or remote keyless entry.
NOTE:
At this moment, ACC power is supplied.
2. Open the driver side door.
3. Open the hood.
4. Close the driver side door.
5. Wait at least 3 minutes.

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CAUTION:
While waiting, never operate the vehicle such as locking, opening, and closing doors. Violation of A
this caution results in the activation of ACC power supply according to the Auto ACC function.
6. Remove 12V battery terminal.
CAUTION: B
After installing 12V battery, always check self-diagnosis results of all ECUs and erase DTC.

RAX

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RAX-3
 PREPARATION
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Commercial Service Tools INFOID:0000000010828152

Tool name Description

Ball joint remover Removing hub bolt

NT146

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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS A
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting Chart INFOID:0000000010828153
B
Use chart below to find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
C

NVH in RAX and RSU sections

NVH in WT section

NVH in WT section

NVH in BR section
RAX

RAX-7

RAX-6
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Reference

REAR AXLE AND REAR SUSPENSION

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Improper installation, looseness

Wheel bearing damage

Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
H

Parts interference

ROAD WHEEL
I

BRAKE
TIRE
J
Noise × × × × × × ×
Shake × × × × × × ×
Vibration × × × × × K
Symptom REAR AXLE
Shimmy × × × × × ×
Judder × × × × × L
Poor quality ride or handling × × × × ×
×: Applicable
M

RAX-5
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
REAR WHEEL HUB AND HOUSING
Inspection INFOID:0000000010828154

COMPONENT PART
Make sure that the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component conditions
(wear, damage) are normal.
WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY (BEARING-INTEGRATED TYPE)
Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary.
• Move wheel hub and bearing assembly in the axial direction by hand. Check there is no looseness of wheel
bearing.

Axial end play : Refer to RAX-10, "Wheel Bearing".

• Rotate wheel hub and make sure there is no unusual noise or other irregular conditions. If there is any of
irregular conditions, replace wheel hub and bearing assembly.

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 REAR WHEEL HUB
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION A

REAR WHEEL HUB
Exploded View INFOID:0000000010828155
B

RAX

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JMDIA1516GB J

Suspension arm Back plate Hub bolt

Wheel hub and bearing assembly Disc rotor Plug K
: N·m (kg-m, ft-lb)
: Always replace after every disassembly. L
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000010828156

REMOVAL M

Wheel Hub and Bearing Assembly

1. Remove tires. Refer to WT-61, "Removal and Installation". N
2. Remove wheel sensor from wheel hub and bearing assembly. Refer to BRC-213, "REAR WHEEL SEN-
SOR : Exploded View".
3. Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly in a place where it will not interfere with work. O
• LHD: Refer to BR-63, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
• RHD: Refer to BR-123, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
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Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
4. Remove disc rotor. If disc rotor cannot be removed, remove as follows.
CAUTION:
• Parking brake completely in the released position.

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• Put matching marks on the wheel hub and bearing
assembly and the disc rotor before removing the disc
rotor.
• Never drop disc rotor.
a. Fix the disc rotor with wheel nuts and remove the adjusting hole
plug.

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b. Using suitable tool, rotate adjuster in the direction to retract

and loosen brake shoe.
c. Remove disc rotor.

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JPDIG0204ZZ

5. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly.

CAUTION:
Remove parking brake assembly only when necessary.
6. Remove back plate.
7. Remove hub bolts from wheel hub and bearing assembly,
using the ball joint remover (A) (commercial service tool).
CAUTION:
• Remove hub bolt only when necessary.
• Never hammer the hub bolt to avoid impact to the wheel
hub and bearing assembly.
• Pull out the hub bolt in a direction perpendicular to the
wheel hub and bearing assembly.

JPDIF0299ZZ

8. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to RAX-9, "Inspection".

INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
Hub Bolts
• Place a washer as shown in the figure to install the hub bolts
by using the tightening force of the nut .
CAUTION:
• Check that there is no clearance between wheel hub and
bearing assembly, and hub bolt.
• Never reuse hub bolt.

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Disc rotor

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CAUTION:
• Align the matching marks made during removal when reus- A
ing the disc rotor.
• Never drop disc rotor.
B

JPDIF0112ZZ RAX

• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to RAX-9, "Inspection".

E
Inspection INFOID:0000000010828157

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

F
Check wheel hub and bearing assembly for wear, cracks, and damage. Replace if there are.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

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1. Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-213, "REAR WHEEL SENSOR : G
Exploded View".
2. Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-7, "Inspection".
3. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-99, "Work Procedure". H

RAX-9
 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Wheel Bearing INFOID:0000000010828158

Axial end play 0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less

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RAX-10
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PRECAUTION A
PRECAUTIONS
Precautions for Removing Battery Terminal INFOID:0000000010921258
B
• With the adoption of Auto ACC function, ACC power is automatically supplied by operating the intelligent key
or remote keyless entry or by opening/closing the driver side door. In addition, ACC power is supplied even
after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position, i.e. ACC power is supplied for a certain fixed time. C
• When disconnecting the 12V battery terminal, turn off the ACC
power before disconnecting the 12V battery terminal, observing
“How to disconnect 12V battery terminal” described below. RAX
NOTE:
Some ECUs operate for a certain fixed time even after ignition
switch is turned OFF and ignition power supply is stopped. If the
battery terminal is disconnected before ECU stops, accidental DTC E
detection or ECU data damage may occur.
• For vehicles with the 2-batteries, be sure to connect the main bat-
tery and the sub battery before turning ON the ignition switch. F
NOTE:
SEF289H
If the ignition switch is turned ON with any one of the terminals of

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main battery and sub battery disconnected, then DTC may be detected.
• After installing the 12V battery, always check "Self Diagnosis Result" of all ECUs and erase DTC. G
NOTE:
The removal of 12V battery may cause a DTC detection error.
H
HOW TO DISCONNECT 12V BATTERY TERMINAL
Disconnect 12V battery terminal according to Instruction 1 or Instruction 2 described below.
For vehicles parked by ignition switch OFF, refer to Instruction 2.
I
INSTRUCTION 1
1. Open the hood.
2. Turn key switch to the OFF position with the driver side door opened. J
3. Get out of the vehicle and close the driver side door.
4. Wait at least 3 minutes. For vehicle with the engine listed below, remove the battery terminal after a lapse
of the specified time. K

D4D engine : 20 minutes

HRA2DDT : 12 minutes L
K9K engine : 4 minutes
M9R engine : 4 minutes
R9M engine : 4 minutes M
V9X engine : 4 minutes
CAUTION:
While waiting, never operate the vehicle such as locking, opening, and closing doors. Violation of N
this caution results in the activation of ACC power supply according to the Auto ACC function.
5. Remove 12V battery terminal.
CAUTION: O
After installing 12V battery, always check self-diagnosis results of all ECUs and erase DTC.
INSTRUCTION 2 (FOR VEHICLES PARKED BY IGNITION SWITCH OFF)
1. Unlock the door with intelligent key or remote keyless entry. P
NOTE:
At this moment, ACC power is supplied.
2. Open the driver side door.
3. Open the hood.
4. Close the driver side door.
5. Wait at least 3 minutes.

RAX-11
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CAUTION:
While waiting, never operate the vehicle such as locking, opening, and closing doors. Violation of
this caution results in the activation of ACC power supply according to the Auto ACC function.
6. Remove 12V battery terminal.
CAUTION:
After installing 12V battery, always check self-diagnosis results of all ECUs and erase DTC.
Precautions for Drive Shaft INFOID:0000000010828160

CAUTION:
Note the following precautions when disassembling and assembling drive shaft.
• Joint sub-assembly does not disassemble because it is non-overhaul parts.
• Perform work in a dust-free location.
• Before disassembling and assembling, clean the parts.
• Prevent the entry of foreign objects during disassembly of the service location.
• Disassembled parts must be carefully reassembled in the correct order. If work is interrupted, a
clean cover must be placed over parts.
• Paper shop cloths must be used. Fabric shop cloths must not be used because of the danger of lint
adhering to parts.
• Disassembled parts (except for rubber parts) should be cleaned with kerosene which shall be
removed by blowing with air or wiping with paper shop cloths.

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PREPARATION A
PREPARATION
Special Service Tool INFOID:0000000010828161
B

Tool number
Description C
Tool name
KV40104000 Removing and Installing wheel hub lock nut.
Hub lock nut wrench
a: 85 mm (3.35 in) RAX
b: 65 mm (2.56 in)

E
ZZA0802D

KV40107300 Installing boot band

Boot band crimping tool F

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ZZA1229D
H
KV40107500 Removing drive shaft
Drive shaft attachment

J
ZZA1230D

KV38107900 Installing drive shaft

Protector
K
a: 32 mm (1.26 in) dia.

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KV38100500 Installing sensor rotor M

Drift
a: 80 mm (3.15 in) dia.
b: 60 mm (2.36 in) dia.
N

ZZA0701D O
KV40101840 Installing sensor rotor
Collar
a: 67 mm (2.64 in) dia. P
b: 85 mm (3.35 in) dia.

ZZA1113D

RAX-13
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Commercial Service Tool INFOID:0000000010828162

Tool name Description

Drive shaft puller Removing drive shaft joint sub assembly

JPDIG0152ZZ

Sliding hammer Removing drive shaft

ZZA0023D

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Puller Removing sensor rotor

ZZA0119D

Replacer Removing sensor rotor

ZZA0700D

Ball joint remover Removing hub bolt

NT146

Lubricant or/and Sealant INFOID:0000000010828163

Name Description
• Joint sub-assembly inside
Fill NISSAN Genuine grease or equivalent
• Housing inside

RAX-14
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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS A
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting Chart INFOID:0000000010828164
B
Use chart below you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
C

Refer to DRIVE SHAFT in this chart

Refer to REAR AXLE in this chart
NVH in RAX and RSU sections
NVH in DLN section

NVH in DLN section

NVH in WT section

NVH in WT section

NVH in BR section
RAX

RAX-30

RAX-22
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Reference
E

REAR AXLE AND REAR SUSPENSION

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Improper installation, looseness

H
Joint sliding resistance

PROPELLER SHAFT
Excessive joint angle

Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS

Parts interference I

DIFFERENTIAL

ROAD WHEEL

DRIVE SHAFT
REAR AXLE
Imbalance

BRAKE
J

TIRE
DRIVE Noise × × × × × × × × ×
SHAFT K
Shake × × × × × × × ×
Noise × × × × × × × × ×
Shake × × × × × × × × L
Symptom
Vibration × × × × × ×
REAR AXLE
Shimmy × × × × × ×
Judder × × × × × M
Poor quality ride or handling × × × × ×
×: Applicable
N

RAX-15
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
REAR WHEEL HUB AND HOUSING
Inspection INFOID:0000000010828165

COMPONENT PART
Make sure that the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component conditions
(wear, damage) are normal.
WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY (BEARING-INTEGRATED TYPE)
Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary.
• Move wheel hub and bearing assembly in the axial direction by hand. Check there is no looseness of wheel
bearing.

Axial end play : Refer to RAX-31, "Wheel Bearing".

• Rotate wheel hub and make sure there is no unusual noise or other irregular conditions. If there is any of
irregular conditions, replace wheel hub and bearing assembly.

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REAR DRIVE SHAFT
A
Inspection INFOID:0000000010828166

REAR DRIVE SHAFT INSPECTION B

Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary.
• Check drive shaft mounting point and joint for looseness and other damage.
CAUTION: C
Replace entire drive shaft assembly when noise or vibration occur from drive shaft.
• Check boot for cracks and other damage.
RAX

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RAX-17
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

REAR WHEEL HUB AND HOUSING
Exploded View INFOID:0000000010828167

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JMDIA1517GB

Axle housing Suspension arm Back plate

Hub bolt Wheel hub and bearing assembly Disc rotor
Plug Wheel hub lock nut Cotter pin

: N·m (kg-m, ft-lb)

: Always replace after every disassembly.

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000010828168

REMOVAL
Wheel Hub and Bearing Assembly
1. Remove tires. Refet to WT-61, "Exploded View".
2. Remove wheel sensor from axle housing. Refer to BRC-213, "REAR WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded View".
3. Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly in a place where it will not interfere with work.
• LHD: Refer to BR-63, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
• RHD: Refer to BR-123, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
4. Remove disc rotor. If disc rotor cannot be removed, remove as follows.
CAUTION:
• Parking brake completely in the released position.

RAX-18
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• Put matching marks on the wheel hub and bearing
assembly and the disc rotor before removing the disc A
rotor.
• Never drop disc rotor.
a. Fix the disc rotor with wheel nuts and remove the adjusting hole B
plug.

JPDIG0066ZZ

RAX
b. Using suitable tool, rotate adjuster in the direction to retract
and loosen brake shoe.
c. Remove disc rotor. E

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JPDIG0204ZZ

5. Remove cotter pin, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut, using a
H
wheel hub lock nut wrench (A) (SST: KV40104000).

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K
6. Patch wheel hub lock nut with a piece of wood. Hammer the
wood to disengage wheel hub and bearing assembly from drive
shaft. L
NOTE:
Use suitable puller, if wheel hub and bearing assembly and drive
shaft cannot be separated even after performing the above pro- M
cedure.

N
JPDIG0070ZZ

7. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly. O

CAUTION:
Remove parking brake assembly only when necessary.
8. Remove back plate. P
9. If axle housing need to be removed, remove drive shaft. Refer to RAX-22, "Removal and Installation".

RAX-19
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10. Remove hub bolts from wheel hub and bearing assembly,
using the ball joint remover (A) (commercial service tool).
CAUTION:
• Remove hub bolt only when necessary.
• Never hammer the hub bolt to avoid impact to the wheel
hub and bearing assembly.
• Pull out the hub bolt in a direction perpendicular to the
wheel hub and bearing assembly.

JPDIF0299ZZ

11. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to RAX-21, "Inspection".

INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
Hub Bolts
• Place a washer as shown in the figure to install the hub bolts
by using the tightening force of the nut .
CAUTION:
• Check that there is no clearance between wheel hub and

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bearing assembly, and hub bolt.
• Never reuse hub bolt.

JPDIF0300ZZ

Drive shaft
• Tighten the wheel hub lock nut to the specified torque. Refer to RAX-18, "Exploded View".
CAUTION:
• Since the drive shaft is assembled by press-fitting, use the tightening torque range for the wheel
hub lock nut.
• Be sure to use torque wrench to tighten the wheel hub lock nut. Never use a power tool.
• Never reuse wheel hub lock nut.
• When installing a cotter pin, securely band the basal portion to prevent rattles.
CAUTION:
• Bend cotter pin at the root sufficiently to prevent any looseness.
• Never reuse cotter pin.
Disc rotor
CAUTION:
• Align the matching marks made during removal when reus-
ing the disc rotor.
• Never drop disc rotor.

JPDIG0066ZZ

• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to RAX-21, "Inspection".

RAX-20
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Inspection INFOID:0000000010828169

A
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check wheel hub and bearing assembly for wear, cracks, and damage. Replace if there are.
B
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-213, "REAR WHEEL SENSOR :
Exploded View".
C
2. Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-7, "Inspection".
3. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-99, "Work Procedure".
RAX

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RAX-21
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REAR DRIVE SHAFT
Exploded View INFOID:0000000010828170

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JPDIG0015ZZ

Circular clip Dust shield Housing

Snap ring Spider assembly Boot band
Boot Shaft Circular clip
Joint sub-assembly Sensor rotor

: Wheel side
: Fill NISSAN genuine grease or an equivalent.
: Always replace after every disassembly.

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000010828171

REMOVAL
1. Remove tires. Refer to WT-61, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove wheel sensor from wheel hub and bearing assembly. Refer to BRC-213, "REAR WHEEL SEN-
SOR : Exploded View".
3. Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly in a place where it will not interfere with work.
• LHD: Refer to BR-63, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
• RHD: Refer to BR-123, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
4. Remove disc rotor. Refer to RAX-18, "Removal and Installation".
5. Remove cotter pin, and then loosen wheel hub lock nut, using a
wheel hub lock nut wrench (A) (SST: KV40104000).

PDIA1181J

RAX-22
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6. Patch wheel hub lock nut with a piece of wood. Hammer the
wood to disengage wheel hub and bearing assembly from drive A
shaft.
NOTE:
Use suitable puller, if wheel hub and bearing assembly and drive
B
shaft cannot be separated even after performing the above pro-
cedure.

JPDIG0070ZZ

RAX
7. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly.
CAUTION:
Remove parking brake assembly only when necessary.
E
8. Remove back plate.
9. Remove stabilizer link. Refer to RSU-19, "Removal and Installation".
F
10. Remove shock absorber from suspension arm. Refer to RSU-11, "Removal and Installation".
11. Remove upper link from suspension arm. Refer to RSU-17, "Removal and Installation".

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12. Remove lower link from suspension arm. Refer to RSU-15, "Removal and Installation". G
13. Loosen the mounting bolt and nut of suspension arm and suspension arm braket. Refer to RSU-13,
"Removal and Installation".
14. Remove drive shaft from final drive assembly. H
• Use the drive shaft attachment (A) (SST: KV40107500) and a
sliding hammer (B) (commercial service tool) while inserting
tip of the drive shaft attachment between housing and final
drive assembly. I
CAUTION:
• Never place drive shaft joint at an extreme angle when
removing drive shaft. Also be careful not to overextend J
slide joint.
• Confirm that the circular clip is attached to the drive
shaft.
JPDIF0004ZZ
K
15. Perfrom inspection after removal. Refer to RAX-30, "Inspection".
INSTALLATION L
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Always replace side oil seal with new one when installing drive shaft. Refer to DLN-229, "Removal and
M
Installation".
• Place the protector (A) (SST: KV38107900) onto final drive
assembly to prevent damage to the side oil seal while inserting
drive shaft. Slide drive shaft sliding joint and tap with a hammer to N
install securely.
CAUTION:
• Check that circular clip is completely engaged.
O
• Never reuse side oil seal.

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• Tighten the wheel hub lock nut to the specified torque. Refer to RAX-18, "Exploded View".
CAUTION:
• Since the drive shaft is assembled by press-fitting, use the tightening torque range for the wheel
hub lock nut.

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• Be sure to use torque wrench to tighten the wheel hub lock nut. Never use a power tool.
• Never reuse wheel hub lock nut.
• When installing a cotter pin, securely band the basal portion to prevent rattles.
CAUTION:
• Bend cotter pin at the root sufficiently to prevent any looseness.
• Never reuse cotter pin.
• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to RAX-30, "Inspection".
Disassembly and Assembly INFOID:0000000010828172

DISASSEMBLY
Final Drive Side
1. Fix shaft with a vise.
CAUTION:
Protect shaft using aluminum or copper plates when fixing with a vise.
2. Remove boot bands, and then remove boot from housing.
3. Put matching marks on housing and shaft.
CAUTION:
Use paint or an equivalent for matching marks. Never scratch the surface.
4. Put matching marks on the spider assembly and shaft.

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CAUTION:
Use paint or an equivalent for matching marks. Never
scratch the surface.

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5. Remove snap ring , and then remove spider assembly from

shaft.

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6. Remove boot from shaft.

7. Remove circular clip housing.
8. Remove dust shield to housing.
9. Remove old grease on housing with paper towels.
10. Perform inspection after disassembly. Refer to RAX-30, "Inspection".
Wheel Side

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1. If sensor rotor needs to be removed, use a bearing replacer (A)
and puller (B) (commercial service tool). A

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2. Fix shaft with a vise.
CAUTION:
Protect shaft using aluminum or copper plates when fixing with a vise.
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3. Remove boot bands. Then remove boot from joint sub-assembly.
4. Screw drive shaft puller (A) (commercial service tool) into joint
sub-assembly screw part to a length 30 mm (1.18 in) or more.
F
Support drive shaft with one hand and pull out joint sub-assem-
bly from shaft.
CAUTION:

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• If joint sub-assembly cannot be removed after five or G
more unsuccessful attempts, replace shaft and joint sub
assembly as a set.
• Align sliding hammer and drive shaft and remove them by H
pulling directory.
5. Remove circular clip from shaft. JPDIG0151ZZ
CAUTION:
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Never reuse circular clip.
6. Remove boot from shaft.
7. Remove old grease on joint sub-assembly with paper towels. J
8. Perform inspection after disassembly. Refer to RAX-30, "Inspection".
ASSEMBLY
K
Final drive Side
1. Wrap serration on shaft with tape to protect boot from dam-
age. Install new boot and boot band to shaft.
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CAUTION:
Never reuse boot and boot band.

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2. Remove the tape wrapped around the serrated on shaft. O

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3. To install the spider assembly , align it with the matching
marks on the shaft during the removal, and direct the ser-
ration mounting surface to the shaft.

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4. Secure spider assembly onto shaft with snap ring .

CAUTION:
Never reuse snap ring.

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5. Assemble the housing onto spider assembly, and apply the balance of the specified amount grease.

Standard
Grease amount : Refer to RAX-31, "Drive Shaft".
6. Align matching marks painted when housing were removed.
7. Install boot securely into grooves (indicated by “*” marks) shown
in the figure.
CAUTION:
If there is grease on boot mounting surfaces (indicated by
“*” marks) of shaft or housing, boot may be removed.
Remove all grease from the surfaces.

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8. To prevent from deformation of the boot, adjust the boot installation length to the value shown below (L) by
inserting the suitable tool into the inside of boot from the large diameter side of boot and discharging
inside air.

Standard
L : Refer to RAX-31, "Drive Shaft".
CAUTION:
• If the boot installation length exceeds the standard, it may cause breakage in boot.
• Be careful not to touch the inside of the boot with the tip of tool.
9. Install new boot bands securely.
CAUTION:
Never reuse boot band.
a. For one-touch clamp band

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• Secure the large and small ends of boot with new boot bands
as shown in the figure. A

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b. For low profile type band
i. Put boot band in the groove on drive shaft boot. Then fit pawls
( ) into holes to temporary installation. E
NOTE:
For the large diameter side, fit projection and guide slit at
first.
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ii. Pinch projection on the band with suitable pliers to tighten band.
iii. Insert tip of band below end of the pawl.
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10. Secure housing and shaft, and then make sure that they are in the correct position when rotating boot.
Install them with new boot band when the mounting positions become incorrect. L
11. Install dust shield to housing.
CAUTION:
Never reuse dust shield. M
12. Install circular clip to housing.
CAUTION:
Never reuse circular clip. N
13. Perform inspection after assembly. Refer to RAX-30, "Inspection".
Wheel Side
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1. If sensor rotor is removed, use a drift (A) (SST: KV38100500)
and color (B) (SST: KV40101840) to press in a new one.
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2. Fill serration slot joint sub-assembly with NISSAN genuine

grease or equivalent until the serration slot and ball groove
become full to the brim.
CAUTION:
After applying grease, use a shop cloth to wipe off old
grease that has oozed out.

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3. Wrap serrated part of shaft with tape . Install boot band and
boot to shaft. Be careful not to damage boot.
CAUTION:
Never reuse boot and boot band.

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4. Remove the tape wrapped around the serrated on shaft.

5. Position circular clip on groove at the shaft edge.
CAUTION:
Never reuse circular clip.
NOTE:
Drive joint inserter is recommended when installing circular clip.
6. Align both center axles of the shaft edge and joint sub-assembly. Then assemble shaft with circular clip
joint sub-assembly.
7. Install joint sub-assembly to shaft using plastic hammer.
CAUTION:
Confirm that joint sub-assembly is correctly engaged while
rotating drive shaft.
8. Apply the balance of the specified amount of grease into the
boot inside from large diameter side of boot.

Standard
Grease amount : Refer to RAX-31, "Drive Shaft".
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9. Install the boot securely into grooves (indicated by “*” marks)

shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
If grease adheres to the boot mounting surface (with “*”
mark) on the shaft or joint sub-assembly, boot may be
removed. Remove all grease from the surfaces.
10. To prevent from deformation of the boot, adjust the boot installa-
tion length to the specified value shown below (L) by inserting
the suitable tool into inside of the boot from the large diameter
side of boot and discharging the inside air.
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Standard
L : Refer to RAX-31, "Drive Shaft".

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CAUTION:
• If the boot installation length exceeds the standard, it may cause breakage in boot. A
• Be careful not to touch the inside of the boot with the tip of tool.
11. Secure large and small ends of boot with new boot bands as shown in the figure.
CAUTION: B
Never reuse boot band.
a. For one-touch clamp band
• Secure the large and small ends of boot with new boot bands
C
as shown in the figure.

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b. For low profile type band

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i. Put boot band in the groove on drive shaft boot. Then fit pawls
( ) into holes to temporary installation. G
NOTE:
For the large diameter side, fit projection and guide slit at
first. H

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ii. Pinch projection on the band with suitable pliers to tighten band.
iii. Insert tip of band below end of the pawl.
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c. For omege type band N

i. Secure the boot bands using the boot band crimping tool (A)
(SST: KV40107300).
CAUTION: O
Never reuse boot band.

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NOTE:

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Secure boot band so that dimension (M) meets the specification
as shown in the figure.

M : 1.0 – 4.0 mm (0.039 – 0.157 in)

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12. Secure housing and shaft, and then make sure that they are in the correct position when rotating boot.
Install them with new boot band when the mounting positions become incorrect.
Inspection INFOID:0000000010828173

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

• Move joint up/down, left/right, and in the axial direction. Check for motion that is not smooth and for signifi-
cant looseness.
• Check boot for cracks or other damage, and also for grease leak-

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age.
• If a malfunction is found, disassemble drive shaft, and then replace
with new one.

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INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY

Shaft
Check shaft for runout, cracks, or other damage. Replace if there are any abnormal condition.
Joint Sub-Assembly (Wheel Side)
Check the following:
• Joint sub-assembly for rough rotation and excessive axial looseness.
• The inside of the joint sub-assembly for entry of foreign material.
• Joint sub-assembly for compression scars, cracks, and fractures inside of joint sub-assembly.
Replace joint sub-assembly if there are any non-standard conditions of components.
Housing and Spider assembly (Final Drive Side)
Replace housing and spider assembly if there is scratching or wear of housing roller contact surface or spider
roller contact surface.
NOTE:
Housing and spider assembly are used in a set.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-213, "REAR WHEEL SENSOR :
Exploded View".
2. Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-7, "Inspection".
3. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-99, "Work Procedure".

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) A

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Wheel Bearing INFOID:0000000010828174
B

Axial end play 0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less

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Item Standard
Wheel side 35 – 45 g (1.24 – 1.58 oz)
Grease quantity
Final drive side 40 – 50 g (1.42 – 1.76 oz) E
Wheel side 90.2 – 92.2 mm (3.551 – 3.630 in)
Boots installed length*
Final drive side 151.55 – 153.55 mm (5.97 – 6.05 in)
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*: For measuring position. Refer to RAX-24, "Disassembly and Assembly".

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